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Cancer Screening

What is OncoK9?

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OncoK9 is a blood test that detects if your dog currently has cancer within their DNA.

This is very exciting since this is the first of its kind!

It is important that we catch cancer early in order to provide you with the best possible treatment plan for your beloved pet. This test is recommended for any dog over the age of 7 years (or earlier for certain breeds – see below).

It is a simple blood draw, results come back in 2-3 weeks, and can be done at any time as long as your pet has a current physical exam with us (within 60 days). Please see the information below, and call us if you would like to get your pet scheduled!

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Simple Blood Draw

Your veterinarian will collect a blood sample from your dog.

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Simple Blood Draw

Your veterinarian will collect a blood sample from your dog.

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Multi-Cancer Coverage

OncoK9 can detect 30 different types of cancer, including eight of the most common cancers in dogs.

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Cutting-Edge Technology

OncoK9 uses state-of-the-art next-generation sequencing (NGS) technology to detect changes in DNA that are indicative of cancer.

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Early Detection

OncoK9 may help detect cancer early, when your dog still looks healthy and has the best chance of defeating the disease.

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Early Detection

OncoK9 may help detect cancer early, when your dog still looks healthy and has the best chance of defeating the disease.

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Clinically Validated

OncoK9 was validated with the largest clinical study of its kind.

The Importance of Cancer Screening

Predisposed Breeds at a Higher Risk of Cancer and the Recommended Ages for Testing:

  • Labrador Retriever - 7 years

  • Golden Retriever - 6 years

  • French Bulldog - 6 years

  • German Shepherd - 7 years

  • Rottweiler - 6 years

  • Boxer - 4 years

  • Beagle - 7 years

  • Siberian Husky - 7 years

  • Mastiff - 4 years

  • Flat-Coated Retriever - 7 years

  • Great Dane - 4 years

  • Rhodesian Ridgeback - 6 years

  • Bernese Mountain Dog - 5 years

  • Scottish Deerhound - 6 years

  • Irish Wolfhound - 4 years

Schedule your dog's cancer screening appointment today!